Pastry Chef Instructor — In-Store Baking Classes

Sur La Table; Canton (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Sur La Table in Canton, CT is seeking a part-time Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead hands-on pastry classes and drive sales of bakeware and decorating tools. You will be the in-store expert, sharing pastry techniques and baking fundamentals while delivering high-quality customer experiences.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of kitchen ops experience and a culinary arts degree (or substantial relevant experience). Flexibility for a part-time schedule including weekends is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of kitchen operations experience.
• A degree in culinary arts is preferred; extensive culinary experience may be considered.
• Valid Food Manager Certification.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent Sur La Table’s brand and culture by creating memorable, educational experiences.
• Deliver in-store pastry and baking classes reflecting company standards, recipes, and game plans.
• Communicate technical pastry concepts in a clear, encouraging manner.
• Maintain expertise by staying current on products and training resources.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in culinary arts

Tools

POS system

Job description

Sur La Table in Canton, CT is seeking a part-time Chef Instructor, Pastry to lead hands-on pastry classes and drive sales of bakeware and decorating tools. You will be the in-store expert, sharing pastry techniques and baking fundamentals while delivering high-quality customer experiences.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of kitchen ops experience and a culinary arts degree (or substantial relevant experience). Flexibility for a part-time schedule including weekends is required.